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Can you please tell me the recommended oil type and the amount needed for the 2016 Ram 1500?
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The 2016 Ram 1500 requires 6 quarts of oil for the 3.6 L engine and 7 quarts for the 5.7 L engine. Both engines need an API certified SAE 5W-20 oil, which is recommended for year-round use. This thinner oil is ideal for cold weather starts compared to a more viscous 5W-30. If you don't deal with cold weather, you can opt for 5W-30. It's best to use either full synthetic or synthetic blend oil for improved performance and longer intervals between changes.
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I've been using a synthetic oil blend 5w 20. Should I switch to full synthetic instead?
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The 2016 Ram 1500 relies on SAE 5W-20 full synthetic oil to achieve its best performance. This Ram truck can hold up to 7 quarts of oil with a filter suitable for its three engine variants - the 3.0L V6 Turbo, 3.0L V6 Flex, and the 5.7L V8.
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